Cheng Tao Private Hot Pot (Da Bei Old Branch)
Hot pot · ⭐ 3.8
S221 (Bayu Road)
Dragon Mate tips
If you are traveling in China to visit Beijing, Dragon Mate users do not strongly recommend this restaurant. If you enjoy exploring, you can still try it and see what you find. This restaurant is located at S221 (Bayu Road). It is a Hot pot place, and the flavors are rich (savory and bold; some bases can be spicy). Dragon Mate recommends you try: Spicy Wood Ear Salad, Braised Chicken Feet, Ginger-Flavored Century Egg.
If you do not eat pork, make sure to use Dragon Mate voice to clearly tell the staff “no pork” before ordering.
Restaurant guide
- City: Beijing
- Category: Hot pot
- Rating: 3.8
- Address: S221 (Bayu Road)
- Popular dishes: Spicy Wood Ear Salad, Braised Chicken Feet, Ginger-Flavored Century Egg, Tofu with Green Onion, Special Pork Ribs
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Dishes
Spicy Wood Ear SaladCold-mixed ear threads is a cold dish made primarily from pig's ears. Cooked pig ears are sliced into fine strands and mixed with scallions, ginger, garlic, cilantro, and seasonings like soy sauce, vinegar, chili oil, and sesame oil.
Braised Chicken FeetBraised chicken feet is a traditional dish primarily made with chicken feet as the main ingredient. The preparation involves cleaning the chicken feet thoroughly, marinating them in a specially prepared braising sauce, and then slowly cooking them until they are fully flavored and develop an appealing color.
Ginger-Flavored Century Egg姜汁皮蛋 is a cold dish made primarily with century eggs and ginger. The century eggs are cut into pieces and mixed with minced ginger, then seasoned with soy sauce, sesame oil, and other condiments to taste. The preparation is simple and the flavor is refreshing.
Tofu with Green OnionScallion tofu is a simple Chinese cold dish, primarily made with fresh scallions and soft tofu. The preparation typically involves cutting the tofu into cubes, slicing the scallions, and then mixing in seasonings such as salt, monosodium glutamate, and sesame oil, gently tossing until well combined.
Special Pork RibsSpecial pork ribs are marinated and then pan-fried or braised, resulting in tender, flavorful meat with a slightly charred surface. Seasoned with scallions, ginger, garlic, and sauces like soy sauce, sugar, and cooking wine.
Special Spare Ribs PotSpecial spare ribs pot features pork ribs as the main ingredient, paired with potatoes, carrots, and onions, then stewed with seasonings. First blanch the ribs to remove odor, then simmer slowly with vegetables for rich flavors.
Special Lamb SpineSpecial羊蝎子 features lamb spine bones as the main ingredient, paired with carrots, potatoes, and onions, and seasoned with star anise, cassia bark, and bay leaves. After blanching to remove odor, it's slowly stewed for a long time to achieve tender meat and rich broth.
Special Pig Intestine Hot PotSpecial fatty intestine pot features pig intestines cleaned, blanched, and stewed, then slow-cooked with vegetables like potatoes, tofu skin, and green peppers. Aromatic spices such as scallions, ginger, garlic, star anise, and Sichuan peppercorns enhance the rich flavor.
Spicy Special Dipping SauceA spicy dipping sauce made with chili, garlic, ginger, green onions, soy sauce, vinegar, sugar, Sichuan pepper powder, and sesame oil. Stir-fry chili, mix with garlic, ginger, and scallions, then add seasonings for a fragrant sauce.
Boiled ShrimpSteamed shrimp is a dish primarily made with fresh shrimp, prepared simply by blanching in boiling water to preserve the natural flavor of the shrimp meat, which is then enjoyed with minimal seasoning. The shrimp meat is tender and refreshing.
Home-style Eel PotBraised hairtail fish with scallions, ginger, garlic, and doubanjiang, served with potatoes and tofu, slowly simmered until tender and flavorful.